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it is the road used by land owners here for a century, state tax maps say doesn't exist. land owners like william roundsy in a legal limbo, denied an address his family land all but worthless because the road was mysteriously scratched from tax maps after this high end development was approved by the maryland national capital park and planning commission. >> i take this seriously. >> reporter: she is relatively new and ordering an independent investigation of the development approval after allegations misleading documents were submitted by developers. >> i would question the premise the problem is the approval. my sense is it is more complicated than that. >> reporter: she is asking state officials to check the accuracy of its tax map after park and plannings council was accused of interfering to reverse an earlier correction obtained by rounds. she is standing by her agency against accusations that public records are being hidden. the accusations about public records are being made by the founder of save sandy spring.org. >> absolutely something to hide. >> i don't think
it is the road used by land owners here for a century, state tax maps say doesn't exist. land owners like william roundsy in a legal limbo, denied an address his family land all but worthless because the road was mysteriously scratched from tax maps after this high end development was approved by the maryland national capital park and planning commission. >> i take this seriously. >> reporter: she is relatively new and ordering an independent investigation of the development...
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cannot in this town every three months raise taxes. >> a local contractor is keeping a close eye on the sequestration issue. >> it has a direct impact. >> linda says the bickering needs to stop. >> nobody is trying to get anything done. they are trying to make their own side look better than the other side. >> there are issues like sequestration and the economy as a whole -- they are expected to be the main thrust of the speech. the president is expected to address other issues, like gun control. former arizona representative gabriel reference -- gabriel giffords is expected to be in attendance at the capital. >> you can watch the state of the union address right here on abc 7. it starts at 9:00 p.m. on tuesday night. >> the former first lady of maryland may make a political run of her own. the wife of former governor romney erlich is interested in being the next anne arundel county executive. it's became open after the last person to hold the office was resigned. >> it is significant that i am a woman. i think women in the county, it would be a big breath of fresh air. >> she said
cannot in this town every three months raise taxes. >> a local contractor is keeping a close eye on the sequestration issue. >> it has a direct impact. >> linda says the bickering needs to stop. >> nobody is trying to get anything done. they are trying to make their own side look better than the other side. >> there are issues like sequestration and the economy as a whole -- they are expected to be the main thrust of the speech. the president is expected to address...
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of changes to tax pol say made in the last minute fiscal cliff deal. many online or tax filing -- are accepting returns but won't submit them until tomorrow. e file is the fastest way. it was received within 21 days. >>> if you have a problem or want to complain about alexandria city services. there's an online service called call click connect. by calling a phone number or going online, residents can make a report that's automatically read to the proper department. you are giving a tracking number to follow the progress of your concern or complaint. >> it allows citizens to not get lost in the system. it will get recorded instantly. they'll get an instant response in terms of how much time it will take to be responsive. >> the system also delivers important information to city leaders that could reveal potential problems. >>> today we expect an update from a remarkable soldier recovering from a milestone surgery after losing all four limbs in iraq. brendan more okay a received a double arm transplant at johns hopkins in baltimore last month. he was in
of changes to tax pol say made in the last minute fiscal cliff deal. many online or tax filing -- are accepting returns but won't submit them until tomorrow. e file is the fastest way. it was received within 21 days. >>> if you have a problem or want to complain about alexandria city services. there's an online service called call click connect. by calling a phone number or going online, residents can make a report that's automatically read to the proper department. you are giving a...
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tax increases can't do this. raising taxes won't create private sector jobs and no realistic tax increase that could lower our deficits almost four trillion dollars. that is why i hope the president will abandon his obsession with raising taxes and instead work with us to achieve real growth in our economy. one of the best ways to encourage growth is through our energy industry. of course, solar and wind should be part of the energy portfolio but god blessed america with abundance of coal and nap gas. instead of wasting more taxpayer money on clean energy companies, let's open up more federal lands for safe and responsible exploration. let's reform our energy regulations so they are reasonable and based on common sense. if we can grow our energy industry it will make us energy end. it will create middle-class jobs and help bring manufacturing back from places like china. simplifying our tax code will also help the middle-class because it will make it easier for small businesses to hire and grow. we agree with the
tax increases can't do this. raising taxes won't create private sector jobs and no realistic tax increase that could lower our deficits almost four trillion dollars. that is why i hope the president will abandon his obsession with raising taxes and instead work with us to achieve real growth in our economy. one of the best ways to encourage growth is through our energy industry. of course, solar and wind should be part of the energy portfolio but god blessed america with abundance of coal and...
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but the tax increase, nothing gets done. >> that's right. we used to say social security was the third rail in politics. republicans now raising taxes is the third rail. >> because they raised them in january. >> because they raised them in january. if they do it again, it will totally, totally dispirit the republican base across the country. and that arguably is what barack obama wants. that is why one might predict there is not going to be a deal. he'll hold out for higher taxes. >> are you as pessimistic as steve? >> i want to make one quick point. when has president obama ever put any serious reform on the table? it doesn't exist. >> are you as pessimistic? >> look, the president's come out and already said more revenue. that's an instant deal killer. the question is whether or not he can be made to move slightly on some of his own proposals. >> all right, thank you, all. still ahead, it's been almost three weeks now since the affordable care act health care exchanges went live. so, after a very rocky rollout, have things gotten any bett
but the tax increase, nothing gets done. >> that's right. we used to say social security was the third rail in politics. republicans now raising taxes is the third rail. >> because they raised them in january. >> because they raised them in january. if they do it again, it will totally, totally dispirit the republican base across the country. and that arguably is what barack obama wants. that is why one might predict there is not going to be a deal. he'll hold out for higher...
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this is a user tax. it's not unfair to tax people for using something for somebody else doesn't use. why should i pay for a road i'm not driving on. but steve is right, there are incidents where the fund is raided for other purposes. do user taxes but keep it segregated for the legitimate purpose. >> i want to get back to what harry re said. he said everybody wants to pay more. do you want to pay more for a wasteful, dysfunctional government? >> i'm not a 1%er like rick -- >> you are ner going to be either. >> good for you, rick. >> if we paid substantially reced rates but user fees would make sense. but th problem now is we are give toog much to federal government. i don't want to give them other funds to raise. >> rich, what do you think? >> i find myself shockingly in agreement with rick ungar on this. i don't think somebody does not fly shld have to pay fees to the t.s.a. but as steve points out, you ow, this stuff is abused all the time. hat the steve, isn't the money is going -- again, you have mor
this is a user tax. it's not unfair to tax people for using something for somebody else doesn't use. why should i pay for a road i'm not driving on. but steve is right, there are incidents where the fund is raided for other purposes. do user taxes but keep it segregated for the legitimate purpose. >> i want to get back to what harry re said. he said everybody wants to pay more. do you want to pay more for a wasteful, dysfunctional government? >> i'm not a 1%er like rick -- >>...
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and part of his proposal calls for a hike in the statewide sales tax and the elimination of the gas tax all together. >> if virginia get as reputation of having the lowest gas prices on the east coast, guess where everybody is going to stop on the trips from maine to florida? virginia. >> this is the best chance we've had in a long time but it takes people working together, putting partisanship and pledges aside, and putting the interest of the people first. >> last week the house passed a similar version to governor mcdonnell's plan but some senate democrats are adamant about not eliminating the gas tax. the senate will re-examine the bill today and then both houses may just be willing to compromise and find solutions to fund transportation. and aaa mid-atlantic is warning drivers in rockville to be aware. it says the city's new red light cameras are citing drivers who stop for the light across the white line. drivers face a $75 fine. aaa says the change in the camera equipment and vendor led to a 105% jump in the number of red light tickets issued in 2012. 8600 red light citations wer
and part of his proposal calls for a hike in the statewide sales tax and the elimination of the gas tax all together. >> if virginia get as reputation of having the lowest gas prices on the east coast, guess where everybody is going to stop on the trips from maine to florida? virginia. >> this is the best chance we've had in a long time but it takes people working together, putting partisanship and pledges aside, and putting the interest of the people first. >> last week the...
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virginia. >> he is open to a plan that reduces the gas tax and increases the sales tax. >> what they can't do is simply throw everything out and have a billion dollar gas tax increase. that will not fly. it will not pass. i will not sign that. >> republican led house passed his plan, which does include a .8% increase in the sales tax. the plan includes $300 million for construction of phase 2 of the metro silver line to dulles. without that money, tolls will sharply rise. >> it is critically important to have additional financing come to the toll road if we are going to mitigate tolls. >> bob chase is optimistic. >> this is the best chance we have had in a long time, but it takes people working together, putting partisanship and pledges aside and putting the interest of the people first. >> now the senate has already killed a number of transportation plans that came from its side. the senate finance committee may be taking up the house transportation plan. we'll keep you posted. back to you. >> that traffic is bad. >> i suppose the good news is, they aren't sitting in traffic and try
virginia. >> he is open to a plan that reduces the gas tax and increases the sales tax. >> what they can't do is simply throw everything out and have a billion dollar gas tax increase. that will not fly. it will not pass. i will not sign that. >> republican led house passed his plan, which does include a .8% increase in the sales tax. the plan includes $300 million for construction of phase 2 of the metro silver line to dulles. without that money, tolls will sharply rise....
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tax deadline day. if you already filed your tax you are one of a least 97 million tax pay more have already submitted returns to ir is and if you are simply not ready file. you can get annex tension. but that also due tomorrow. joining me tomorrow terry accountant and profess stproer stratford university. thank you for bealing with us. let's tart with extension. how do you get that process rolling? well few option available to you. you can go to the ir sweb site. which irs.go have. and download that form. 4868 file the extension manually. you go to your favorite cpa. have him or her prepare the form for you. tomorrow too late to go cpa aren't they going to be very busy? this will he ray certainly we are. so, try your luck. but, you also have use shelf turbo tax on you know, tax return packsages and file your own manually. let me ask you if you are planning file electroniccly. best way to so? >> in my professional opinion yes. it is safe. secure. we have had electronic filing for a number of years. perh
tax deadline day. if you already filed your tax you are one of a least 97 million tax pay more have already submitted returns to ir is and if you are simply not ready file. you can get annex tension. but that also due tomorrow. joining me tomorrow terry accountant and profess stproer stratford university. thank you for bealing with us. let's tart with extension. how do you get that process rolling? well few option available to you. you can go to the ir sweb site. which irs.go have. and download...
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to education and medicare just to protect special interest tax breaks? how is that fair? >> he called the sequester a really bad idea. the president wants the parties to find a solution. >> let's agree to keep the people's government open and pay our bills on time and always uphold the full faith and credit of the united states of america. >> the president said it is time to fix immigration, u.s. immigration, and cyber security along with the gun violence. another victim of violent crime. >> the families of newtown deserve a vote. the families of aurora deserve a vote. the families of oak creek, tucson, and the countless other communities deserve a simple vote. >> the republican response, marco rubio rejected the president's call for new government programs, saying the best way to help the economy is to reduce the size of the economy. >> his solution to every problem we face is for washington to tax more and spend more. that is an old idea that has failed every time we have tried. >> while the president has focused on domestic calls -- policy, he did cal
to education and medicare just to protect special interest tax breaks? how is that fair? >> he called the sequester a really bad idea. the president wants the parties to find a solution. >> let's agree to keep the people's government open and pay our bills on time and always uphold the full faith and credit of the united states of america. >> the president said it is time to fix immigration, u.s. immigration, and cyber security along with the gun violence. another victim of...
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their combined federal and state income tax bill, zero dollars. they are actually going to get a refund of $429 million thanks to one tax deduction for executive stock options. >> the employees cash in the stock options. and at that point, there is a tax deduction for the company because even though it didn't cost facebook a nickel, the government treats it as wages and they get a deduction for it. usually it doesn't wipe out a company's whole tax bills although many companies get wig breaks from it. >> reporter: in coming years, facebook will get more traction breaks. >> save hundreds of billions of dollars by getting rid of tax loopholes and deductions for the well off and well connected. >> the president has a double standard when it comes to picking out examples that help him advance his policy agenda. he points for an oil and gas company which are taking deductions which are perfectly legal. but he doesn't point out facebook and doesn't make them an example in the same way he does oil and gas. >> reporter: peter deucey, fox news. >> i don't t
their combined federal and state income tax bill, zero dollars. they are actually going to get a refund of $429 million thanks to one tax deduction for executive stock options. >> the employees cash in the stock options. and at that point, there is a tax deduction for the company because even though it didn't cost facebook a nickel, the government treats it as wages and they get a deduction for it. usually it doesn't wipe out a company's whole tax bills although many companies get wig...
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he will make the case for raising taxes for the wealthy while providing tax breaks for job creation. he did not reveal much when asked about his speech today. >> but other topics you can expect are gun control and expect the president to repeat his call on recalling ammunition. the president will highlight hi support for allowing illegal immigrants to a pathway of citizenship. 34,000 men and women coming home from afghanistan. before the speech has been delivered the republican leader in the senate was dismissive. >> republicans are being urged to reach out and marco rubio tweeted a picture. for the first time it will be given in spanish and english. tonight the first lady's guest will include a first-grader from sandy hook elementary school. the parents of the young chicago girl that was gunned down just one week after she was here to perform in the inaugural parade. tomorrow, the president heads out to visit three different states in two days to try to sell his agenda to the american public. reporting live at the capitol rebecca cooper. >> we're back out to california. we dwrowled
he will make the case for raising taxes for the wealthy while providing tax breaks for job creation. he did not reveal much when asked about his speech today. >> but other topics you can expect are gun control and expect the president to repeat his call on recalling ammunition. the president will highlight hi support for allowing illegal immigrants to a pathway of citizenship. 34,000 men and women coming home from afghanistan. before the speech has been delivered the republican leader in...
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tax holiday expired. by year's end a typical family making $50,000 a year will see their paychecks drop by around $1,000. >> focusing on last night's address, we saw earlier promises renewed. one specifically to watch the president's focus on public works projects. they were the centerpiece of a jobs plan he unveiled back in 2011. he couldn't get it passed in congress then and trying now he's calling for a $50 billion program to fix aging roads and bridges. another priority is raising the minimum wage to $9 an hour. this dates back to his presidential campaign of -- of 2000 #. then he propose -- 2008. then he proposed to raising it to $9.50 an hour. >>> gun laws were also seen as part of the president's speech. they invited victims of gun violence to join them in the chamber. the president said congress owes them a gun bill. >> each of these proposals deserve -- gabby giffords deserves a vote. the families of newtown deserve a vote. >> joining me this morning is steven barton, a survivor of the aurora mov
tax holiday expired. by year's end a typical family making $50,000 a year will see their paychecks drop by around $1,000. >> focusing on last night's address, we saw earlier promises renewed. one specifically to watch the president's focus on public works projects. they were the centerpiece of a jobs plan he unveiled back in 2011. he couldn't get it passed in congress then and trying now he's calling for a $50 billion program to fix aging roads and bridges. another priority is raising the...
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. >>> you have ever wanted to see exactly how the federal government is spending your tax dollars? >> well, our parent cohasset up a way to do that. they have created a search tool where you can plug in a fame and find out the salary and -- name and find out the salary and bonus structure of nearly everyone in the federal government. you can check on your neighbor, your coworker and even the highest paid doctor at n.i.h. search federal payroll database. >>> this is security video from pizzoli's pizzeria. you can see a man walk up to two seated at a table. he pulls out a gun and orders them to empty their pockets before he takes off. the manager said she doesn't see a thing. >> i was panicked. it was the first time something like that happened here. >> police say the suspect got away with more than $200. if you have any information, you're asked to call d.c. police. >>> police say they're building a stronger case now against the man accused in a series of smash and grab robberies at some high end jewelry stores. walter a. douglas is now connected to that host in pentagon city mall w
. >>> you have ever wanted to see exactly how the federal government is spending your tax dollars? >> well, our parent cohasset up a way to do that. they have created a search tool where you can plug in a fame and find out the salary and -- name and find out the salary and bonus structure of nearly everyone in the federal government. you can check on your neighbor, your coworker and even the highest paid doctor at n.i.h. search federal payroll database. >>> this is...
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to create new taxpayers, not new taxes. so our government can afford to help those who truly cannot help themselves. >> rubio was followed up by another conservative voice, rand paul, who offered the tea party response. while he also focused on the economy, he blamed both parties for failing voters. >> washington act in a way your family never could. they spend money they don't have. they borrow from future generationsment then they blame each other for never fixing the problem. tonight i urge you to demand a new course. demand washington change their ways or be sent home. >>> paul and rubio also ride to characterize the president as a big government man at a time when smaller government is needed. >> gabrielle giffords deserves a vote. the families of newtown deserve a vote. the families of aurora deserve a vote. >> the night turned emotional when president turned to reducing gun violence. he named some of the biggest mass shootings in the past year and called on congress to vote on gun control in honor of the vic tils of
to create new taxpayers, not new taxes. so our government can afford to help those who truly cannot help themselves. >> rubio was followed up by another conservative voice, rand paul, who offered the tea party response. while he also focused on the economy, he blamed both parties for failing voters. >> washington act in a way your family never could. they spend money they don't have. they borrow from future generationsment then they blame each other for never fixing the problem....
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for 2013, the focus turned to transportation and the governor's plan to do away with the state gas tax and replace it with a higher sales tax, which would be exclusively dedicated to transportation funding. the democrats dismiss the government's plan saying it would put the soul burd on the part backs of virginians and virginians alone. others argue that new fees like adding $15 to the car registration fee and giving a $100 fee to the owners of alternative fuel vehicle sends the wrong message of saving gas and is expected to be a major focus of the governor's address at the general assembly and in the state capitol tonight. tom fitzgerald, fox 5 news. >>> labor secretary hilda solice is resigning. she submitted her resignation letter to the president today. he made -- she made the decision after talking with her family and close friends. >>> redskins fans are patiently waiting and the procedure, success. now rehabilitation begins. fox 5s sports director scott smith has more. >> reporter: five hours in surgery and not just one but two ligaments needed fixing and dr. james andrews repair
for 2013, the focus turned to transportation and the governor's plan to do away with the state gas tax and replace it with a higher sales tax, which would be exclusively dedicated to transportation funding. the democrats dismiss the government's plan saying it would put the soul burd on the part backs of virginians and virginians alone. others argue that new fees like adding $15 to the car registration fee and giving a $100 fee to the owners of alternative fuel vehicle sends the wrong message...
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they should not be hit with a tax. the supreme court kind of made a faux pas with that decision in the first place. but the american people should not suffer because of the incompetence of the federal government and the obama administration. so we need to continue to hone in on that. and as i've been reading, i think it's only about 51 to 52,000 people across the united states of america have actually signed up and gotten an insurance policy through the affordable care act exchange website. so that's not a success story. >> i literally have ten seconds left. are you going to run for the senate from the state of florida in the next opportunity that you have? >> well, as a southern man, they tell you to write your plans in pencil and give got the eraser. so we'll see what happens coming down the pike risks you leaning towards it? all right. i will told you to that. thank you, congressman. okay. now get this. right before the launch of the federal marketplace, the obama administration promised us, that includes you, it wa
they should not be hit with a tax. the supreme court kind of made a faux pas with that decision in the first place. but the american people should not suffer because of the incompetence of the federal government and the obama administration. so we need to continue to hone in on that. and as i've been reading, i think it's only about 51 to 52,000 people across the united states of america have actually signed up and gotten an insurance policy through the affordable care act exchange website. so...
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it will not pay any state or federal taxes. it will get a half a billion refund. that's half $1 billion -- it will get a half $1 billion refund. the move is legal and related to the company's decision to go public last year. best buy is watching a new price matching program. it will match prices at all local retailers and nearly 20 online competitors. it wants to stop when customers check out the product and store and buy it online cheaper. best buy has struggled as discount and online retailers laura those customers away -- lure those customers away. coming up the daytona 500 has not started but they put -- danica patrick is making waves. >> he was at the forefront of the civil rights movement in the district. the >> this happened around 2:00 saturday morning. they ordered the display open. they still watches, airings, cufflinks, independence. >> a woman in southern california is reunited with a piece of her father's past. her father died in 1945 before she was born. world war danica patrick danica patrick -- world war ii medal were gone. she was given her father
it will not pay any state or federal taxes. it will get a half a billion refund. that's half $1 billion -- it will get a half $1 billion refund. the move is legal and related to the company's decision to go public last year. best buy is watching a new price matching program. it will match prices at all local retailers and nearly 20 online competitors. it wants to stop when customers check out the product and store and buy it online cheaper. best buy has struggled as discount and online...
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the gas tax has not been increased since 1992. we'll see what the maryland house does and what the speaker does there. but also we have to find out what the governor thinks of state senate president miller's line. he sort of initiated this action by himself. >> what's your take on this? >> my take is that probably maybe not that much, but the principle of having the counties add on particular amounts will probably pass. >> okay. >> that's my feeling. >> okay. meantime, at the rnc's winter meaning in charlotte, the gop proposing a shakeup in the electoral college. they want to change things. >> now this is a big deal. now, except for maine and nebraska, if you win, i.e., one vote, you get winner take all of all the electoral college votes. in virginia, for instance, obama won by about 140,000 votes. and he got all 13 electoral votes. the republican senate and house, the republicans there, it's tied in the state senate, want to divide the electoral college vote by the -- by congressional districts. if you win a congressional distric
the gas tax has not been increased since 1992. we'll see what the maryland house does and what the speaker does there. but also we have to find out what the governor thinks of state senate president miller's line. he sort of initiated this action by himself. >> what's your take on this? >> my take is that probably maybe not that much, but the principle of having the counties add on particular amounts will probably pass. >> okay. >> that's my feeling. >> okay....
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if you insist on a tax increase, nothing gets done. >> that's right. we used to say social security was the third rail in politics. for republicans, raising taxes is the third rail. >> because they raised them in january. >> they raised them in january. if they do it again, it will totally disparate the republican base across the country. that arguably is what barack obama wants. that is why one may predict there's not going to be a deal, he'll hold out for higher taxes. >> kim, are you as pessimistic as steve -- >> when has president obama ever put any serious entitlement reform on the table? this is the ultimate unicorn. it doesn't exist. >> kim, are you as pass mystic as r as our two friends here? >> the president already came out and said more revenue, an instant deal killer. the question is whether he'll be able to move on some of his own entitlement reform proposals. >>> still ahead, it's been almost three weeks since the affordable care act's health care exchanges went live. after a very rocky rollout, have things gotten any better and who shoul
if you insist on a tax increase, nothing gets done. >> that's right. we used to say social security was the third rail in politics. for republicans, raising taxes is the third rail. >> because they raised them in january. >> they raised them in january. if they do it again, it will totally disparate the republican base across the country. that arguably is what barack obama wants. that is why one may predict there's not going to be a deal, he'll hold out for higher taxes....
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the tax season is upon us and you may be looking for a good accountant. the current tax laws are so complicated that many businesses and individuals spend more than 6 billion hours a year trying to understand it. this is fighting a watchdog group called the national taxpayer advocates. they say nearly 60% of filers will pay someone to prepare their taxes while 30% will use commercial software. i'm sure you have heard of cash for gold. how about cas for hay? it is a new target-for thieves target--- cash for thieves? that's in the next hour. >> we will see you shortly. 4:38, 46 degrees right now. >> still ahead what the mascot of the washington capitals is doing today to get fans excited about the upcoming season. >> and an effort >> central virginia was taken by another earthquake. the u.s. geological survey said the magnitude 2.0 quake struck on wednesday night near the town of mineral. it was the epicenter of the august 2011 quake which caused widespread damage along the east coast. no reports of damage or other problems from this one. flooding has force
the tax season is upon us and you may be looking for a good accountant. the current tax laws are so complicated that many businesses and individuals spend more than 6 billion hours a year trying to understand it. this is fighting a watchdog group called the national taxpayer advocates. they say nearly 60% of filers will pay someone to prepare their taxes while 30% will use commercial software. i'm sure you have heard of cash for gold. how about cas for hay? it is a new target-for thieves...
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don't worry about the fact that it's not called a tax. pretended it's a tax. but it had a slightly different argument. he was citing a case new york v. united states a federalism case he studied for other principles. there was one part of the opinion i never read before, justice o'connor's opinion she said if congress passed the law, that framed as a penalty, but it can be construed as a tax to save its constitutionality it should be done. let me say that again. it -- if a law can be viewed as a tax, even though it's not, we'll save it. the associate general's position to make the argument, among others, that ultimately persuade the chief justice. the chief justice went along with the vote saying listen, congress can't mandate inactivity. they can't force you to buy a product. okay. but what the court will say is that if there was a law that could be construed as a tax, we will do so. that is a horrible statement that kept many people away. sleeping now? having dreams? those are nightmares. >> they are nightmares. i actually talk about it in the book, the dyna
don't worry about the fact that it's not called a tax. pretended it's a tax. but it had a slightly different argument. he was citing a case new york v. united states a federalism case he studied for other principles. there was one part of the opinion i never read before, justice o'connor's opinion she said if congress passed the law, that framed as a penalty, but it can be construed as a tax to save its constitutionality it should be done. let me say that again. it -- if a law can be viewed as...
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interested in is not increasing taxes on people who are paying the taxes. 'hey are paying for others misfortune, not always their own, but they are helping pay for people to have things and they would like the same right to take care of their families. we are opposed to tax increases. that is why it is not in there. if we start with a definition, because i wrote the bill, you are right. we disagree. beon't think that you would met in this committee if you are chosen to be one of the people, that you would not have an opportunity to work with your colleagues. that is what we are trying to do. >> if i could just respond. >> you will certainly be allowed to do that. >> thank you. it has been great working here. i have not called for an increase in the gas tax. let's be clear about that. i have said that i think we should get rid of the tax breaks for the top four integrated oil companies. all the testimony before this congress indicates that because you have a pretty competitive market in that area, they would not raise prices at the pump. they would reduce th
interested in is not increasing taxes on people who are paying the taxes. 'hey are paying for others misfortune, not always their own, but they are helping pay for people to have things and they would like the same right to take care of their families. we are opposed to tax increases. that is why it is not in there. if we start with a definition, because i wrote the bill, you are right. we disagree. beon't think that you would met in this committee if you are chosen to be one of the people,...
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it reduces the state gas tax but hikes the state sales tax and several other fees. traffic took northern virginia and hampton roads will be able to raise more money for priority projects through a bigger sales tax hike, a hotel tax and home sales fee. some senators say two taxing levels is unfair and others fear the impact on the region's economy. >> once the ball got rolling, i think taxes just piled on and moran mohr and more. >> reporter: governor bob mcdonald pushed for the transportation plan. it could become his legacy initiative. but he also gave in return assurance to democrats that he'll consider expanding health care coverage for the poor. in richmond, julie carrie, news 4. >>> the nation's governors are warning that even the possibility of the sequester is threatening the nation's economy. if congress doesn't reach a deal by next friday, massive federal spending cuts will take effect. state leaders are in washington for the annual meeting of the national governor's association and governors from both parties say the threat of cuts is enough to slow econom
it reduces the state gas tax but hikes the state sales tax and several other fees. traffic took northern virginia and hampton roads will be able to raise more money for priority projects through a bigger sales tax hike, a hotel tax and home sales fee. some senators say two taxing levels is unfair and others fear the impact on the region's economy. >> once the ball got rolling, i think taxes just piled on and moran mohr and more. >> reporter: governor bob mcdonald pushed for the...
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members of congress that there was nothing wrong here at the irs, and with their process of offering tax- exempt status to certain grows. the inspect tore general, who testified before congress friday, he began his probe into the irs last year. we now know the treasury department knew of the investigation at that time. and the office of the white house counsel was told about the investigation nearly a month ago. but president obama only learned when most americans did that workers of the irs cincinnati field office red flagged tax-exempt applications for groups with the term tea pear, 912 or patriot. white house senior adviser dan firefighter hit the talk shows and said despite the investigation it was for the withheld purposely from the president. >> here's the cardinal rule is you do not infear in an independent investigation and you do not do anything to give the appearance of interference if an independent investigation jo but the treasury testimony knew? and people have no trust their government is being impartial. this is arrogance, abuse of power to the nth degree. >> reporter: be
members of congress that there was nothing wrong here at the irs, and with their process of offering tax- exempt status to certain grows. the inspect tore general, who testified before congress friday, he began his probe into the irs last year. we now know the treasury department knew of the investigation at that time. and the office of the white house counsel was told about the investigation nearly a month ago. but president obama only learned when most americans did that workers of the irs...
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we have done some things in the choice area with tuition tax credits as an significant new monies for to have an effective choice between public and private schools with the tuition tax credit legislation. we created several paths to have alternative license, especially for those in the military. we think they make great teachers. if foreign buffett cannot teach, may be a general coming out of the military cannot either, so that's not right. we also got rid of some of the education, seven different types of degrees, and no one could figure out what they meant. we made it clear we were raising the bar and now everyone knows. deal ofing a great difference. that's what we're doing. >> thank you very much. gov. it heineman, did you want to talk about your efforts? >> governor malloy, thank you. one thing we're trying to do is take a leadership role, even the most of us do not control their departments of education, it makes a difference. i now chair the p16 effort. aunt the chairman of our legislations education committee is there. the past year, we did something very few states have ever
we have done some things in the choice area with tuition tax credits as an significant new monies for to have an effective choice between public and private schools with the tuition tax credit legislation. we created several paths to have alternative license, especially for those in the military. we think they make great teachers. if foreign buffett cannot teach, may be a general coming out of the military cannot either, so that's not right. we also got rid of some of the education, seven...
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house oversight and government reform committee wants to know more about how the irs is spending your tax dollars. we learned last week that the agency spent more than $50 million on hundreds of conferences for its employees. this will be the third congressional hearing this week that's scrutinizing the irs. >>> we're following a developing story that neither white house or verizon is commenting on a report that nsa is collecting verizon customers phone records. the government was given permission to collect the information for a period ending july 19th. the government can't listen to calls but find out what numbers were called, where the calls were made and how long the calls lasted. >>> talk about hitting the jackpot. new information this morning about just how much money maryland casinos are pulling in. also ahead, new information about the woman who survived for days trapped in the rubble of a factory collapse in bangladesh. >>> an image giving us a different perspective on how powerful a tornado that hit moore, oklahoma, was. >> good morning. i'm storm team 4 meteorologist tom kierei
house oversight and government reform committee wants to know more about how the irs is spending your tax dollars. we learned last week that the agency spent more than $50 million on hundreds of conferences for its employees. this will be the third congressional hearing this week that's scrutinizing the irs. >>> we're following a developing story that neither white house or verizon is commenting on a report that nsa is collecting verizon customers phone records. the government was...
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republicans say senate democrats must allow more existing revenue from the commonwealth sales tax to be used for transportation. democrats say house republicans and governor mcdonnell must agree to keep some of virginia's gas tax in place. lawmakers want to have a deal in place by the time the general assembly adjourns on saturday. >>> they leave area drivers seeing red when they get that ticket in the mail. now we're tracking red light cameras generating most money. >>> the dramatic video as two gas pumps burst into flames. >>> why this impressive and terrifying meteor shower over the skies in russia something we'll not see again in our lifetim [ anouncer ] ihop is in time square to compare new griddle-melts to your usual breakfast sandwich. it doesn't seem like fast food. there's a lot of substance, it just seems really fresh. there's like a lot more flavor. [ anouncer ] ihop is building our best breakfast sandwiches ever. new griddle-melts made fresh and hot. hand crafted just for you. it's like a sexy sandwich. i love this crispy bread... ...the roasted red peppers. it's awesome.
republicans say senate democrats must allow more existing revenue from the commonwealth sales tax to be used for transportation. democrats say house republicans and governor mcdonnell must agree to keep some of virginia's gas tax in place. lawmakers want to have a deal in place by the time the general assembly adjourns on saturday. >>> they leave area drivers seeing red when they get that ticket in the mail. now we're tracking red light cameras generating most money. >>> the...
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payroll tax cut is gone! expect to see that hit your paycheck starting this month. >> tax relief has been achieved. now is the time for the president to work with congress to address government overspending. >> reporter: and the debt ceiling, before leaving for hawaii early this morning president obama urmged congress to raise it. >> we can't not pay bills that we already incurred. if congress refuses to give the united states government the ability to pay these bills on time, the consequences for the entire global economy would be catastroph catastrophic. >> reporter: no word when the president will sign the bill so in the end it was one day late but just in time for nervous veshz as markets re-opened this morning. tracie potts, nbc news, washington. >> investors appear to be reacting positively to the deal. the dow is up 2%. nasdaq up 2.5%. markets in asia and europe were also up today. >>> your taxes are still about to go up. a 2% payroll tax cut just expired. that means you'll be paying about $1,000 a yea
payroll tax cut is gone! expect to see that hit your paycheck starting this month. >> tax relief has been achieved. now is the time for the president to work with congress to address government overspending. >> reporter: and the debt ceiling, before leaving for hawaii early this morning president obama urmged congress to raise it. >> we can't not pay bills that we already incurred. if congress refuses to give the united states government the ability to pay these bills on time,...
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starting this year, dc's office of tax and revenue will intercept tax refunds to pay outstanding parking tickets, red light camera tickets and unpaid child support. >>> number two, you'll want good food for great prices? well, bethesda chevy chase restaurant week continues through sunday. make reservations right now. participating restaurants will offer two or three-course lunches for $12 or $16 and three-course dinner for $33. >>> and number 1 tonight, the washington post may sell its downtown het quarters building. the post told staffers this morning she says the company hasn't decided where or when it might move, but the company is looking for more modern, bright, open and efficient buildings. brian, that's tonight's fox 5 top five. . >>> cruising into the weekend, bundle up? >> yeah, it's the first week of february. listen, it's supposed to be cold, right? we're right in the middle of winter here. temperatures this weekend, i've been saying this, listen, today was supercold. we did have a high temperature of 36 degrees. but that was this morning. temperatures were dropping through th
starting this year, dc's office of tax and revenue will intercept tax refunds to pay outstanding parking tickets, red light camera tickets and unpaid child support. >>> number two, you'll want good food for great prices? well, bethesda chevy chase restaurant week continues through sunday. make reservations right now. participating restaurants will offer two or three-course lunches for $12 or $16 and three-course dinner for $33. >>> and number 1 tonight, the washington post may...
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vote in conference. 120 million tax payers will be eligible to file on the 30th of the month. including those claiming for tuition, fees and educator expenses. >>> we are learning more about the presidential inauguration it will take place january 21st, the poet is this man richard blanco beyonce will sing the national anthem, kelly clarkson, will perform my country and national washington cathedral will host same-sex marriages. it will be among the first episcopal churches to allow the weddings, individual priests can decide whether they want to officiate. that is tonight's fox 5, top 5. >>> american idol begins next week here on fox tonight there was a special pre mere in alexandria. hundreds of fans got a sneak peek. will. >> hi, do i have a headline for you. let me explain how i arrived at what i am about to tell you. i was inside a packed theatre where lucky idol fans, me too, got to see 45 minutes of the 2 hour season opener airing next wednesday night. here is the headline, american idol is back, and better than ever, you are going to laugh, you might cry and you are go
vote in conference. 120 million tax payers will be eligible to file on the 30th of the month. including those claiming for tuition, fees and educator expenses. >>> we are learning more about the presidential inauguration it will take place january 21st, the poet is this man richard blanco beyonce will sing the national anthem, kelly clarkson, will perform my country and national washington cathedral will host same-sex marriages. it will be among the first episcopal churches to allow...
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, gasoline tax, or gps based tax. ideas are on the table, of course, as we said, and the motive is they need the revenue. melissa: absolutely. oregon, washington, vermont, wanting to to be in the cars wih you. tax your miles. that's spooky. government in the seat next for you. >> thank you. a brutal cold snap in full force. i think i lost two toes to frostbite on the way to work this morning. i have to check that out. futures, and milder temperatures next weir, wahoo! lowering the outlook for gas demand, though. coming up, oil futures saw a slight loss today, and posted their seventh week gain, longest advantage in four years, and chavez's health problem taking a toll on venezuela's oil industry credit line. investments from chinese, india, and russian energy companies reportedly drying up. chavez had the fourth cancer related surgery on september 11th, but has not been seen or heard from since then. coming up on money, the economic forum wrapping up, and surprise, surprise, they didn't solve any of the world's proble
, gasoline tax, or gps based tax. ideas are on the table, of course, as we said, and the motive is they need the revenue. melissa: absolutely. oregon, washington, vermont, wanting to to be in the cars wih you. tax your miles. that's spooky. government in the seat next for you. >> thank you. a brutal cold snap in full force. i think i lost two toes to frostbite on the way to work this morning. i have to check that out. futures, and milder temperatures next weir, wahoo! lowering the outlook...
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these include taxes on rum imported into the u.s. a tax credit for buying electric-powered motorcycles. a so-called nascar tax break allowing motor racing tracks to appreciate assets faster than other businesses. and a break for film and tv productions shooting in the u.s. supporters say these subsidies help businesses to create jobs. >>> john boehner is starting his second term as speaker of the house. boehner was re-elected thursday with 212 votes. though he had overwhelming support, ten lawmakers voted for someone other than. and some sustained altogether. and reminded voters to stay focused on public service and not personal glory. >> if you've come here to see your name in the lights or pass off political victory for some accomplishment. you've come to the wrong place. the door's right behind you. >> boehner says he plans to focus on the federal deficit during this term. >>> one of the first items of business for speaker boehner an aid package for hurricane sandy victims. later the house will vote on a $9.7 billion bill to reple
these include taxes on rum imported into the u.s. a tax credit for buying electric-powered motorcycles. a so-called nascar tax break allowing motor racing tracks to appreciate assets faster than other businesses. and a break for film and tv productions shooting in the u.s. supporters say these subsidies help businesses to create jobs. >>> john boehner is starting his second term as speaker of the house. boehner was re-elected thursday with 212 votes. though he had overwhelming support,...
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job killingur michigan business tax, replacing it with a simple, fair, efficient corporate tax while we rolled back the income tax rates for hard-working michigan families. as chair of the house education committee, we are hard at work reforming our education system by giving parents and no student opportuny in challenging the status quo. thently, michigan became 24th right to work state in the country. [applause]if we can do it in michigan, if we can do it in michigan, the birthplace of the union, we can do it anywhere. let me tell you what we're doing. personal income is rising. unemployment has declined. we have the second-highest economic growth rate in the country. we are the third best in high tech job growth. these results are real. while we have watched our largest cities struggle under decades of failed liberal policies. -- policies, we are optimistic about the future of michigan and of detroit. [applause]conservatism and common sense were the silver bullets. jennifer granholm just couldn't get -- bullets jennifer granholm just couldn't get. heededatives in michigan the call
job killingur michigan business tax, replacing it with a simple, fair, efficient corporate tax while we rolled back the income tax rates for hard-working michigan families. as chair of the house education committee, we are hard at work reforming our education system by giving parents and no student opportuny in challenging the status quo. thently, michigan became 24th right to work state in the country. [applause]if we can do it in michigan, if we can do it in michigan, the birthplace of the...
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. >> reporter: the city is about to impose .005 cents sales tax and is charging everyone a $2 a week fee. >> we've got that story and much more as real money continues. keep it right here. antonio mora brings you smart conversation that challenges the status quo with unexpected opinions and a fresh outlook. including yours. >> bankruptcy hearings resumed in detroit and has folks i with underfunded pensions worried. that's forcing some local governments to turn to taxpayers who were not supposed to be on the hook for pensions to shell out more money. reporting on one west virginia city taking extraordinary steps to stay out of bankruptcy and to keep those pensioners paid. >> reporter: charleston, west virginia, first responders dealing today with a barricaded gunman. after 20 years on the job they have access to healthcare and are guaranteed generous pensions. >> oh, it's sweet. you could retire with $50,000 a year for life. >> reporter: but the residents are dealing with the payout that could easily exceed $1 million for each retiree. there the is so little fun that they're dipping i
. >> reporter: the city is about to impose .005 cents sales tax and is charging everyone a $2 a week fee. >> we've got that story and much more as real money continues. keep it right here. antonio mora brings you smart conversation that challenges the status quo with unexpected opinions and a fresh outlook. including yours. >> bankruptcy hearings resumed in detroit and has folks i with underfunded pensions worried. that's forcing some local governments to turn to taxpayers who...
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he also wants to eliminate virginia's gas tax. he says replace it with a sales tax increase. the plan passed a major hurdle yesterday. a house committee voted in favor of it. a senate committee will discuss that proposal today. >>> virginia schools may soon get report cards, too. the house education committee voted in favor of a bill that grades public schools on an a to f scale. the house will now take up the legislation. the committee backed several other bills. one would create a board to oversee failing schools. another would require teachers to be trained in administering cpr. the committee also endorsed legislation allowing schools to create their own calendars and open before labor day. >>> home-schooled students in virginia will keep an eye on richmond today. the senate education and health committee will debate the so-called tebow bill. it would allow home-schooled students to play sports at public schools. the committee killed a similar bill last year. the bill is named after nfl quarterback tim tebow who was homeschooled in florida and allowed to play high school f
he also wants to eliminate virginia's gas tax. he says replace it with a sales tax increase. the plan passed a major hurdle yesterday. a house committee voted in favor of it. a senate committee will discuss that proposal today. >>> virginia schools may soon get report cards, too. the house education committee voted in favor of a bill that grades public schools on an a to f scale. the house will now take up the legislation. the committee backed several other bills. one would create a...
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governor jeb bush was in office he cut taxes on floridians by $20 billion. let's talk abut the size of government. ronald reagan was in the white house he dramatically reduce the rate of growth in federal spending and strove to reduce the size of the federal government. when governor bush was in office, he vetoed more than $2.3 billion in earmarks for higher state spending and reduce the size of the state government payroll a 13,000. when ronald reagan cut taxes and reduce the side of the government on the national level he did it with a purpose in mind. it was to spur the free market, create opportunity and provide incentives for businesses to grow. in his years in office over 20 million new jobs were created governor bush's state of florida is similar philosophy and economic or grams created a thriving state economy for 1.4 million new net jobs were added during his time in office. there are other fundamental report issues where the two men match. suspending the rising cost of health care improving education through accountability and school choice and as
governor jeb bush was in office he cut taxes on floridians by $20 billion. let's talk abut the size of government. ronald reagan was in the white house he dramatically reduce the rate of growth in federal spending and strove to reduce the size of the federal government. when governor bush was in office, he vetoed more than $2.3 billion in earmarks for higher state spending and reduce the size of the state government payroll a 13,000. when ronald reagan cut taxes and reduce the side of the...
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and he called for making smart spending cuts and reducing the deficit by closing tax loopholes. >> to hit the rest of our deficit reduction target we should do what leaders suggested and save hundred of billions of dollars by getting rid of tax loopholes and for the welloff and well connected. >> the most emotional part of the speech involved gun violence. the president talked about the newtown connecticut school shootings and called on congress to act on gun control. >> it has been two months since newtown. the families of newtown deserve a vote. the families of aurora, deserve a vote. the families of oak creek, and tucson, and blacksburg, and the countless other communities ripped open by gun violence they deserve a simple vote. >> we are joined by "nbc nightly news" anchor, brian williams, thank you for joining us, what is your take away from the president's speech and the response from marco rubio. >> we were reading what social media was saying. social media commenting on the fact that we kind of post speech commenters weren't focussing as much on the economy. but because the pre
and he called for making smart spending cuts and reducing the deficit by closing tax loopholes. >> to hit the rest of our deficit reduction target we should do what leaders suggested and save hundred of billions of dollars by getting rid of tax loopholes and for the welloff and well connected. >> the most emotional part of the speech involved gun violence. the president talked about the newtown connecticut school shootings and called on congress to act on gun control. >> it...
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according to a new report they bagged $1.5 billion in tax revenues through something they call film tax credits. we can use specific titles, a few of the big oscar nominated names. a new report revealing quinton tarantino applied to receive an estimated $8.4 million tax credits in louisiana. "argo," directed by ben affleck, received $6.2 million in tax credits from california. lincoln, featuring oscar winner daniel day-lewis, brought in $3.5 million in tax-free film credits. silver linings playbook bagged a cool $5.6 million. what we know from the report, 40 states now have some form of subbeddy or incentive that allows filmmakers to defray the sales tied to the films. 13 states offer transferable film tax credits. neil, what's adding insult to injury to all this, it's costing all of us more to go to the movies. ticket prices up 37% over the past decade. of course all these film tax credits come at the expense of the packs pair and we're -- taxpayer. >> neil: don't get me started on popcorn and reese's peanut buttercups. >> another state, another doctor shortage. whatever happened to th
according to a new report they bagged $1.5 billion in tax revenues through something they call film tax credits. we can use specific titles, a few of the big oscar nominated names. a new report revealing quinton tarantino applied to receive an estimated $8.4 million tax credits in louisiana. "argo," directed by ben affleck, received $6.2 million in tax credits from california. lincoln, featuring oscar winner daniel day-lewis, brought in $3.5 million in tax-free film credits. silver...
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they could have done some sort of tax reform. i think tax reform is really important. there are things that could happen to make it more fair. you could raise the rate for people for capital gains taxes if you cut the corporate tax. there are many conservatives who would support that. the problem is, democrats are not willing to talk about tax reform unless you put revenues on the table. in other words, democrats will not negotiate over fixing these problems unless republicans are willing to raise your taxes. republicans say they are not going to raise taxes. i am not saying that republicans are always right or conservatives are always right but i think you have to give your side. it sounds like you're a supporter of democrats and giving them some blame. host: she was our last caller and matt lewis, thank you very much for your time. coming up next, we will turn our quacks on this veterans day, washington journal is devoting its program to issues on veterans. michael noonan talks about the divide between regular citizens and military, the subject of his recent op-ed. a
they could have done some sort of tax reform. i think tax reform is really important. there are things that could happen to make it more fair. you could raise the rate for people for capital gains taxes if you cut the corporate tax. there are many conservatives who would support that. the problem is, democrats are not willing to talk about tax reform unless you put revenues on the table. in other words, democrats will not negotiate over fixing these problems unless republicans are willing to...
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should they be taxed more? caller: growing up in detroit, corporations were taxed at 90%. to take this a step further, we can break this down into the ropes states. the state of texas is where the last five wars have been started. that's where oil companies are and where illegal labor is. in new york state, that's where wall street is. in connecticut, that's where the insurance companies are. i can break down this last 15 years. prior to bush getting in office, we had a balanced budget. but the state of texas with their oil and wars and nafta and their illegal immigration and than wall street with their hedge funds and derivatives and then you have jews that run the media. host: we will leave it there. on twitter -- a little bit about the mechanics, this is the washington post -- so that's about the mechanics for workers here in washington. you may be directly affected. you may live in a state that's directly affected. we're getting your input on sequestration, the deadline that takes place today sometime once it is signed into effect. in missouri, robert is on the republi
should they be taxed more? caller: growing up in detroit, corporations were taxed at 90%. to take this a step further, we can break this down into the ropes states. the state of texas is where the last five wars have been started. that's where oil companies are and where illegal labor is. in new york state, that's where wall street is. in connecticut, that's where the insurance companies are. i can break down this last 15 years. prior to bush getting in office, we had a balanced budget. but the...
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did i say no taxes? listen closely. i said no federal income taxes. >> that doesn't mean they don't pay sales tax, medicare and social security? >> i was clear. they get social security back supposedly. my question is how much should you as a college grad keep out of every dollar you make. >> it how much the government provides to me . >> you democrats are ducking. >> we should pay in taxes what our government spending as a percent of gdp. >> at what point is it obnoxious and confiscatory. >> people in california keeping 40%, that's outrageous. people are going to work, working hard. >> i agree with you. that's an honest answer. >> 85 to 90%. i worked two job this is summer at a camp in north carolina and a tutor for a 4th grader. i worked hard for that money. i feel i should be able to keep most of the money. >> most of it. georgia bulldogs. how you doing? >> doing good. i think 75 to 80%. >> 25% goes to the government. what do you think? >> i should be able to keep most of it. enough to fund the core functions of the
did i say no taxes? listen closely. i said no federal income taxes. >> that doesn't mean they don't pay sales tax, medicare and social security? >> i was clear. they get social security back supposedly. my question is how much should you as a college grad keep out of every dollar you make. >> it how much the government provides to me . >> you democrats are ducking. >> we should pay in taxes what our government spending as a percent of gdp. >> at what point is...
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, no tax increase, period -- >> so he fits the governor norquist filter. he gets through? >> yeah. i think somebody you're looking at is somebody who can finance a campaign all the way through, look you in the eye and say confidence, seriousness -- >> rand paul? >> let me do the governors first and then we'll do the three senators, because i think the advantage is with governors. they can raise money more easily. the senator says, look what i did, but yeah, 50 other people voted the same way. >> christie is serious? >> christie, certainly. governor scott walker of wisconsin who has changed it from a blue state to a red state, changing labor laws and all sorts of things. >> who are you more for, walker or christie? >> as long as they're all running, i'm cheerfully agnostic. and governor bush of florida, a successful governor. he didn't have as republican a state as governor scott does now there in the legislature, but he governed well. and governor perry will run again. he didn't -- he had to falter this last time, but he's actually quite articulate, quite
, no tax increase, period -- >> so he fits the governor norquist filter. he gets through? >> yeah. i think somebody you're looking at is somebody who can finance a campaign all the way through, look you in the eye and say confidence, seriousness -- >> rand paul? >> let me do the governors first and then we'll do the three senators, because i think the advantage is with governors. they can raise money more easily. the senator says, look what i did, but yeah, 50 other...
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taxes. they were on capitol hill in questions before a senate subcommittee hearing on investigations. chairman is senator carl levin of michigan. [inaudible conversations] [inaudible conversations] good morning, everybody. before we begin, i know that we are all heartbroken because of the tragedy in oklahoma. we want those communities and families and individuals who are affected to know that they are not alone. they are not going to face this alone and america mourns with you and we will help you rebuild. the subcommittee meets today to hold a second hearing to examine how the u.s. based multinational corporations use loopholes in the tax code to move profits to tax havens and avoid paying u.s. taxes. in september, we examined two case studies. the study of how microsoft corporation shifted profits for u.s. customers from the united states to an offshore tax haven. also a study of how hewlett-packard design a foreign loan program to effectively repatriate offshore profits to united states w
taxes. they were on capitol hill in questions before a senate subcommittee hearing on investigations. chairman is senator carl levin of michigan. [inaudible conversations] [inaudible conversations] good morning, everybody. before we begin, i know that we are all heartbroken because of the tragedy in oklahoma. we want those communities and families and individuals who are affected to know that they are not alone. they are not going to face this alone and america mourns with you and we will help...
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. >> but the tax credit this you will go to a 50% tax credit for eligible employers. if the tax credits that did not exist before the affordable care act. it's been a 35%. it rises to 50% and we will absolutely be enrolling. with thousands of applications for shops. we are working to get folks enrolled, and shop is different than the individual market, where business owners have a 12 month enrollment period because of the timing of plans. so shopowners or small business owners will be able to enroll each and every month as their employee insurance comes up for renewal. >> any file for the tax credit when they file for -- >> that's correct. in 2015 they would be eligible. >> so planning a very small business owner looking into that, because i don't think that many small businesses understand this very robust tax credit that's growing from 35% to 50% might make a huge difference. >> the sba has been a trip a partner in that effort. they're using their channels to do a lot of outreach and education. >> thank you, madam secretary. now recognize mr. lance for five minutes
. >> but the tax credit this you will go to a 50% tax credit for eligible employers. if the tax credits that did not exist before the affordable care act. it's been a 35%. it rises to 50% and we will absolutely be enrolling. with thousands of applications for shops. we are working to get folks enrolled, and shop is different than the individual market, where business owners have a 12 month enrollment period because of the timing of plans. so shopowners or small business owners will be...
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instead, the state will charge wholesalers a tax on gasoline and a higher tax on diesel because trucks really tear up the roads and we're getting. to compensate for that, the overall sales tax goes up by a third of 1%. 300million goes for the silver line project to dulles airport. the delegate vivian watts, who used to be transportation secretary in virginia had mixed feelings about the bill and voted yes because we're going to get some projects. >> some of that is going to be a long returning lane so that you don't back up into the through lane and some might be some signals and there will be some bigger projects such as i- 66 widening, certainly on our regional plan and is extending metro out i-66. >> so, this transportation compromise passed the house of delegates 60-40 earlier today and the senate has not voted on it. the word is they're horse trading, the democrats are holding out for more money to go into medicaid in virginia and the democrats hold more sway in the senate and they're holding out for that and is that going past the senate? nobody knows. it has to happen soon. the
instead, the state will charge wholesalers a tax on gasoline and a higher tax on diesel because trucks really tear up the roads and we're getting. to compensate for that, the overall sales tax goes up by a third of 1%. 300million goes for the silver line project to dulles airport. the delegate vivian watts, who used to be transportation secretary in virginia had mixed feelings about the bill and voted yes because we're going to get some projects. >> some of that is going to be a long...
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bush raised taxes in 1990 to the tune of $140 billion. he explained to the nation he had to do it because of the huge budget deficit. by the way that deficit is minuscule compared to what we have now. anyway in 1992, president bush lost the election to bill clinton. in fact, mr. bush was hammered losing the popular vote by 6 million. the read my lips remark certainly hurt him. so president obama should take note that unlike fast and furious, benghazi, the irs and the nsa snooping, obamacare is a far different deal. americans are directly affected, directly affected. that is they are paying more money for something whether it be taxes or healthcare and they pay attention. now, let's deal with the l word controversy. talking points does not believe president bush the elder lied when he said he would not raise taxes. he sincerely did not think that would happen. so he did not actively deceive the public. however, he did fold and violated his promise. and paid the price for that decision. most americans are smart enough to decide for themselv
bush raised taxes in 1990 to the tune of $140 billion. he explained to the nation he had to do it because of the huge budget deficit. by the way that deficit is minuscule compared to what we have now. anyway in 1992, president bush lost the election to bill clinton. in fact, mr. bush was hammered losing the popular vote by 6 million. the read my lips remark certainly hurt him. so president obama should take note that unlike fast and furious, benghazi, the irs and the nsa snooping, obamacare is...
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. >> the irs is telling the early birds waiting for their tax to be patient. linda bell joins us from bloomberg headquarters in new york. good friday morning to you. >> the same to you. if you did file your taxes are ready, the best bet is to check the evening or even on the weekend. the irs website and smartphone app are being overwhelmed with people. the agency says the systems are updated once a day. overnight. even then, it will only tell you whether the return was received, weatherproof, and when it was sent. senate democrats oppose a 10- in automatic cuts.ng part of that involves reductions the department of transportation budget. in a letter from secretary ray lahood, he says the cuts will fewer air-traffic controllers, lager airport lines, and extensive delays in travel.ir the faa budget cuts could result a hiring freeze immediately of a furlough of thousands agency workers. it's that time of year when ambitious college kids go looking for internships. you would be surprised how much them.ompanies are paying that's in the next hour. headquartersberg ne
. >> the irs is telling the early birds waiting for their tax to be patient. linda bell joins us from bloomberg headquarters in new york. good friday morning to you. >> the same to you. if you did file your taxes are ready, the best bet is to check the evening or even on the weekend. the irs website and smartphone app are being overwhelmed with people. the agency says the systems are updated once a day. overnight. even then, it will only tell you whether the return was received,...